George Brehm (1878-1966) - Attributed - Original Story Illustration
(c.1930). George Brehm is well remembered for his talent...

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George Brehm (1878-1966) - Attributed - Original Story
Illustration (c.1930). George Brehm is well remembered for his
talent in illustrating stories about children. No doubt his
small-town upbringing lent to his gift of conveying these images
with an openness and honesty that touched the viewer. His covers
and interior illustrations for The Saturday Evening Post are
some of the finest examples of the artist's work. This offering,
attributed to Brehm, depicts a young boy surrounded by historical
figures and places; he is obviously enthralled by what he is
learning. Note that there is a radio in the background, but that
the images are rising from the book in front of him -- a wonderful
testament to the knowledge, power, and adventure of reading. This
image was most likely published as a story illustration. It is
rendered in charcoal on board, and measures approximately 22 x 28.